DIGESTIVE SYSTEM 8 Flashcards

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FUNCTIONS OF D.S: (OVERVIEW OF GASTROINTESTINAL PROCESSES AND CONTROLS)

What are the two major functions of the digestive tract?

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The two major functions of digestive tract are Digestion and Absorption

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What are the 6 processes that are include, essential activities of the GI Tract?

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  1. Ingestion
  2. Propulsion
  3. Food Breakdown: Mechanical breakdown
  4. Food Breakdown: Digestion
  5. Absorption
  6. Defecation
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What are the two processes involved during propulsion?

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1.) Swallowing
2.) Peristalsis

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